Sci-Fi Short Film "Zilly's War" | DUST

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@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
It's worth noting that this short film was entirely created by a crew of about seven people. Four of us built the spaceship with whatever we could find at the hardware store. It took us six months. Our budget was nonexistent, and we paid for it with our day jobs. The CGI work was all done by one of our team members, who painstakingly crafted the visuals of the spaceship while learning how to animate. It was a prime example of a passion indie project, and we think the passion really shows through!
@AcapulKero
@AcapulKero Жыл бұрын
You all did an excellent job! And I hope one day you will find somebody who is willing to give some money for realizing the whole story. Much luck bro!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
@@AcapulKero Thank you! Until then we'll just keep making the best films we can!
@shawnerz98
@shawnerz98 Жыл бұрын
Well, you guys did a wonderful job! I liked it. I hope it gains traction and picked up for a series or something. Very good!
@russellb.6271
@russellb.6271 Жыл бұрын
Nice film guys
@QIKUGAMES-QIKU
@QIKUGAMES-QIKU Жыл бұрын
Cool but why the girl fixation ? ...
@mikereid1195
@mikereid1195 Жыл бұрын
Haha, he pulls out an engagement ring, her response is "I want to go as far away from you as is humanly possible, for real though" 🤣💔🤯
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Accurate summary.
@burtonwilliams5355
@burtonwilliams5355 Жыл бұрын
The cliff-hanger word is ''Yet''. Awesome special effects. This needs to be a full-length film.
@Normanwhatever-p2b
@Normanwhatever-p2b 3 күн бұрын
No It doesn't. There are already 100 movies with the same exact storyline.
@Johnathonaaron
@Johnathonaaron Жыл бұрын
Everything a good scifi film needs. Felt like a whole movie condensed here.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
That's such an encouraging comment!
@jamesmorgan3032
@jamesmorgan3032 Жыл бұрын
Remarkable film with many questions and insufficient answers.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! We would love to continue telling the story, as there is much more to tell and many questions to be answered!
@timclemons8719
@timclemons8719 Жыл бұрын
Hollywood needs to learn something from this movie. 24 minutes of cinema entertainment at its best. Low budget but no low quality. 🎉❤😊
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Your response is incredibly encouraging. Thank you!
@joshmcneil1086
@joshmcneil1086 Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal in every way. I love how this story was woven together with the flashbacks and such. Surprisingly well done visuals as well as writing, camera work, editing, and acting. I am legitimately excited to continue the series.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! There were several versions of the edit before we found an effective flow between the story and the flashbacks. We're excited to be able to share it with everyone now!
@buzzpatch2294
@buzzpatch2294 Жыл бұрын
and the next part is where? i'm waiting - impatiently but it is well done-thx
@inappropriatejohnson
@inappropriatejohnson Жыл бұрын
OK.......that was great. Thank you so much to all who worked on Zilly. If you make it full-length, or better yet a series, I'll watch it.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Your response means a lot! We would love to continue telling the story, with the means to do so!
@farcloud3701
@farcloud3701 Жыл бұрын
Hi ReflectionFilmsLLC guys. Sci Fi fan here, speaking only for myself. I thought the production quality was solid, had a 2001-esque feel to some of the spaceship scenes. However to me it had no "hook". No sense of danger or urgency. Like waiting for a story to emerge if I can get through this chapter. 23 minutes is a long time.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Hi, and thanks for your input! It was admittedly tricky trying to discover the pacing, the ebb and flow of what amounted to a "teaser" for the main story (that currently exists in novella form). What we ended up doing is something risky, that works for some viewers and doesn't for others. Thanks for giving our film a chance!
@cliffcampbell8827
@cliffcampbell8827 Жыл бұрын
I never wanted 23 minutes and 44 seconds of my life back more than after watching this.
@richardsteele8161
@richardsteele8161 2 ай бұрын
That is the risk we all take when watching any motion picture. Of course, there's always someone like you who has to whine and grumble about it despite the fact that you cannot make a better alternative.
@TrackZero
@TrackZero 2 ай бұрын
@@richardsteele8161 Not enjoying something isn't set to the concept that you need to be able to produce something better to criticize. Touch grass.
@morenofranco9235
@morenofranco9235 Жыл бұрын
Oh what a labour of love. For a first time out of the gate, this is awesome. Thanks, Reflection Films, for showing us how it is done.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you all for watching our short film! This is a proof of concept piece that we would love to expand into a series. But for now, please enjoy what we've made! Feel free to hit us with any questions or comments about the film, the story, or our filmmaking process. We would love to chat about it!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you! In the meantime if you're interested in knowing more of the story, check out the novella!
@soelvfaks1
@soelvfaks1 Жыл бұрын
less smooching please, otherwise very well made.
@soelvfaks1
@soelvfaks1 Жыл бұрын
@@ReflectionFilmsLLC where do we find that?
@jbroadhead
@jbroadhead Жыл бұрын
@@soelvfaks1 I can't post external links in this comment section, but if you search for "Zilly's War" and "John M Broadhead" you will find it!
@pn4775
@pn4775 Жыл бұрын
i do hope that there will be more to come. it was very captivating
@kicknsystm
@kicknsystm 11 ай бұрын
WOW! Impressive & beautiful. I really enjoyed this, the details including the story from childhood on was heartfelt.
@kellywilkins8043
@kellywilkins8043 Жыл бұрын
Awesome story line! Great acting and music! Thanks! Do another one!
@jimsmith556
@jimsmith556 8 ай бұрын
One of the best on Dust. Building the character through flashbacks was wonderful. The story and focus was on the person, rather than the 'aliens', making this unique and beautiful. Looking forward to more chapters. Amazing work!
@AcapulKero
@AcapulKero Жыл бұрын
Wow! Chapter one is a go. Even a full lenght movie would be great. I love SciFi. Greetings from Acapulco.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
We would love to continue telling the story as a feature or a series. In the meantime, check out the novella the story is based on!
@jamesmartin7142
@jamesmartin7142 Жыл бұрын
I thought this was very well done. It leaves just enough questions and mystery to make me want to know.
@manalive7618
@manalive7618 11 ай бұрын
Excellent work. That's about all there is to it.
@Fayanora
@Fayanora Жыл бұрын
I love the part where she told her abusive mom, essentially, "I hate you so much I'm going light years away to get away from you."
@MrNate-jd1nc
@MrNate-jd1nc Жыл бұрын
Every women in the first world
@jackrodgersjr
@jackrodgersjr Жыл бұрын
You never get away, until you make peace with your monster.
@hairbeauty8083
@hairbeauty8083 11 ай бұрын
​@@MrNate-jd1ncexcuse me?? I love my mother and cherish her. I would die for her. She obviously had a bad childhood, think before you insult a large population of the world
@woodstoney
@woodstoney Жыл бұрын
Wonderfully done! I think so many of us don't really hate people but that we'd prefer our own company instead of being in or going to any of those "have to" events of our lives. Ignorant, abusive and selfish individuals have no place in my life and I can identify with Eve. Great movie and I hope there will be a continuation for sure!! Cheers!!
@ManuMitra
@ManuMitra Жыл бұрын
She was an introvert but later she thought she wanted someone in her life and I suppose she got bored with loneliness.
@peanutbutter2597
@peanutbutter2597 Жыл бұрын
I love these sci fi films !! space is so intriguing ! you have to be very open minded ! I can understand her dilemma ! sometimes I just want to spend all day bu my self
@b-radsadventures6846
@b-radsadventures6846 Жыл бұрын
Captivating story. Enchanting actress. Filmmaking really keeps the audience's attention.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! We're so glad you enjoyed what we created. We can't wait to make more!
@davidreim4609
@davidreim4609 Жыл бұрын
Unbelievably professional looking for such a small team. Bravo!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We aim high!
@ziggruna
@ziggruna 25 күн бұрын
Thank you. An interesting idea on current topics for people who run away from society and the noise of this world while making their dreams come true.
@believeinpeace
@believeinpeace Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@mickeykm
@mickeykm Жыл бұрын
very professional looking
@methanoid
@methanoid Жыл бұрын
Awesome. It didnt scream low budget. I definitely wanted more.. to know what was gonna happen. Grsat job!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@t33th4n
@t33th4n 8 ай бұрын
Can't stop but to wonder how much effort went into the each of these wonderful movies! Blessings!
@Aussie_Aaron
@Aussie_Aaron Жыл бұрын
That Was Really Good, Wish This Was A Full Tv Show. You Can See The Hard Work That Went Into It.
@trig6712
@trig6712 Жыл бұрын
Absolutly Excellent thank you All
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We're so grateful the film is being seen and appreciated!
@ieatcaribou7852
@ieatcaribou7852 Жыл бұрын
SPOILER: I didn’t get it. She was selfish and arrogant due to her abusive mother and a plant possibly killed her after becoming sentient? It just wasn’t for me, to slow developing, but I’m sure others enjoyed it.
@DaveKraft1
@DaveKraft1 Жыл бұрын
"Pavane for a Dead Princess," eh? How appropriate! Yes -- keep going; onward to Chapter 2.
@craigswanson8026
@craigswanson8026 Жыл бұрын
Great stuff. Exceptional visuals. And SILENCE. Awesome flex for a ‘short’. Thanks to all who created this.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching. We're glad you had such a positive response!
@Brigadier_Beau
@Brigadier_Beau Жыл бұрын
This is one of favorites so far. ❤❤❤
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@bullseyecanada
@bullseyecanada 9 ай бұрын
The idea of isolation is well executed....however, not in a million years would humans ever send ONE explorer on a fact finding mission. Not just because it would be a threat the astronaut's mental health, but there would have to be more people to ensure systems are running smoothly and to maintain checks and balances on health, and ship functionality.
@richardsteele8161
@richardsteele8161 2 ай бұрын
A corporation would. Gotta keep those costs down.
@PhilipRhoadesP
@PhilipRhoadesP Жыл бұрын
Excellent! Really well done! Great story, character and acting! Next ep please! The animation reminded me of 2001 . .
@chriscooper654
@chriscooper654 Жыл бұрын
Wonderfully atmospheric, from the music to the costuming to the scene composition. Acting, too: as an asocial introvert myself, the actresses playing the main character were believable as the same person at different times in her life. More than a few echoes of '2001', but those could hardly be avoided and felt more like tributes than anything. Ultimately Zilly is shown as a flawed, eccentric but earnest person who finds courage even in her isolation. Whatever the internal or external threats, she accepts that she alone has to deal with them, because her own choices brought her to this point.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
We got incredibly lucky finding our two actresses in Katyia and Lily, who were both so natural in their personification of this very specific, difficult character. We definitely feel that we succeeded in creating something evocative. Thank you for watching!
@richardsteele8161
@richardsteele8161 2 ай бұрын
Zilly is the nickname of the planet. Eve is the astronaut.
@carlosmelian4880
@carlosmelian4880 Жыл бұрын
Excellent!
@lostcat9lives322
@lostcat9lives322 6 ай бұрын
"It's a cold machine, Space". Great line.
@NWforager
@NWforager Жыл бұрын
great visuals and story
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@ronnetteharvey2002
@ronnetteharvey2002 Жыл бұрын
Great actors, great set. It takes both.
@healthguy79
@healthguy79 Жыл бұрын
Respect from Russia. I liked the flashbacks.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@maryherl3573
@maryherl3573 Жыл бұрын
Fabulous work here. The concept of such a planet is fascinating and I really hope to see this one day as a series.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
We hope to be able to complete the story as well. Thank you!
@phillipmantmanthorpe
@phillipmantmanthorpe 11 ай бұрын
You rock
@sbcinema
@sbcinema Жыл бұрын
a very talented actress, hope to see more of her in the future
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Katyia is extremely talented and a wonderful person. I'll make sure she sees your comment!
@sbcinema
@sbcinema Жыл бұрын
@@ReflectionFilmsLLC 🙂
@TheNico0nYT
@TheNico0nYT Жыл бұрын
I NEED PART TWO THIS WAS SO GOOD
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
And we really really want to make a Part 2! For now, there's the novella.
@motorcyclepastor
@motorcyclepastor Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the script, the acting, and the visuals. You really did a fantastic job bringing it all together. The ending left me confused, but perhaps that was intentional being it is only "chapter one." Thanks for putting your passion into this and bringing it to life!
@ou7shined972
@ou7shined972 Жыл бұрын
It looked to me as though the captured samples have taken on accelerated growth... and may even display signs of intelligence. The unexpected physical appearance of the onboard AI shortly before the "alert" might be a hint as to the cause.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
@@ou7shined972 You're on to something!
@thyubernoob
@thyubernoob Жыл бұрын
Is the AI's name HAL? 😉
@sunnyday237
@sunnyday237 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful job
@johnhodges2760
@johnhodges2760 Жыл бұрын
I've been watching quite a few of the short films on KZbin of late, and I find it somewhat grating that practically every one of them has people gushing in the comments about how amazing everything was, when that's rarely the case. For Zilly's War, however, I think it's warranted. I found the film genuinely intriguing, both in the character and her embrace of isolation, as well as her situation in orbit above this newly discovered planet. Had this been a standalone tale, I would have been impatient with the pacing, but as it appears to be an introduction to a greater story, I appreciate the time taken to establish the character a bit more. Oddly enough, a detail I found somewhat jarring was that she wore a bra on a ship where she is the only person present, and likely in gravity lower than earth standard. It's nothing catastrophic, of course, and I'm not suggesting revealing shots would have been more appropriate, but it took me out of the suspension of disbelief for a moment when I saw that. Now, I've never been aboard a ship, earthbound or otherwise, when some sort of emergency has occurred, so I can't really make a proper comparison, but the excessive flashing red lights in the corridor toward the end seemed like it would be more disorienting than helpful. Perhaps it was considered cinematic and was chosen for style, but it seemed a bit over the top. All in all, though, an intriguing film. Looking forward to the continuing story.
@henalp88
@henalp88 Жыл бұрын
Most films on DUST are incredible. Each in it's unique way. Factor in budget and resources, its incredible what these artists can do
@Brigadier_Beau
@Brigadier_Beau Жыл бұрын
The weight of the breasts would not be an issue, but their inertia would be an issue. They would always resist a change of direction, particularly if they are large. A bra would help keep them from flopping all over the place.
@johnhodges2760
@johnhodges2760 Жыл бұрын
@@Brigadier_Beau It wasn't that she was wearing a bra at all, but that it looked to be an underwire specifically. Some kind of support would be fine, obviously, but the style she wore didn't look particularly like it was made for comfort, but rather appearance. I could be entirely mistaking it, and as I said, it was hardly a big deal in the overall story, but simply something that occurred to me.
@johnhodges2760
@johnhodges2760 Жыл бұрын
@@coreyc47 Yes, really. If you're watching a period piece and someone pulls out a sword that wasn't historically known to have been invented or in common use at that time, that would raise eyebrows, at least among those knowledgeable about such things. Likewise, an actor using an American southern accent while portraying an Englishman still living in England would seem to be somewhat out of place, no? I already stated that it was a minor detail, and that I simply happened to notice it. Are the creators required to make everything perfectly "correct" in order to avoid that kind of distraction? Of course not. They're more focused on the overall characterization and story, but I still imagine they want to create as genuine an environment as they can.
@availanila
@availanila Жыл бұрын
I haven't read the book, but the synopsis sounds interesting. I hope it gets the "Smile treatment." I'd live to see a full length feature.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you! In a perfect world we'd like to turn this into a series. The story goes some insane places!
@mondostrat
@mondostrat Жыл бұрын
who did the music? The Ravel "Pavane Pour Une Infante Defunte" was a nice touch.
@gmel4967
@gmel4967 Жыл бұрын
It's a great concept I think would translate well into a feature length film. I thought Eve was gonna be in some kind of suspended animation, guess I misinterpreted that? BTW, you CLEARLY have much higher quality hardware stores than me if you really built your sets with those resources.
@jazzew
@jazzew Жыл бұрын
Very interesting! As I watched her go through her time on the ship and having to deal with being so ahead of others and the family situation, I found it a lonely time that she seemed to have...although not entirely. For awhile I'd wondered if she had any love in her for anyone, but saw that she did, even when things were painful. I'm glad she shared some of her life with her boyfriend, too. Really great efforts from your team, and when it's a small team able to do so much in a short film, it really shows the passion you all have for your art! I hope to see more, myself. :D
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad Eve's character resonated with you. She's a complicated character, certainly, who has evoked a number of different responses from viewers! We're so glad that you have enjoyed it. We have some more projects coming up and we aim ever higher and higher! And if you are interested in seeing where Eve's story takes her, there is a novella of the same name that expands upon the story. It's available online!
@jazzew
@jazzew Жыл бұрын
@@ReflectionFilmsLLC Awesome!! Thanks for letting me know, it's definitely exciting stuff to watch for! 😃
@dylanbuck1719
@dylanbuck1719 8 ай бұрын
Good acting, easy to follow storyline & very professional looking.
@lorrainesandison1578
@lorrainesandison1578 7 ай бұрын
Brilliant thanks. Look forward to PT 2😀
@benninger123
@benninger123 Жыл бұрын
This was awesome , i know Dust is only the platform for this short movie but Dust is doing a great job in putting yhese vids out. Now to the creators of the short , absolutely incredible and how i know when watch a vid like this is , it makes me want more. It makes me feel like this could be afull length movie. Just awesome . Thank u
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
We're so encouraged to hear you enjoyed the short. We can't wait to continue expanding on the universe we started here!
@ARWest-bp4yb
@ARWest-bp4yb Жыл бұрын
Very well done hope you're able to continue!👍👍
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching. We hope so too!
@brucwayn6403
@brucwayn6403 Жыл бұрын
"Space the final frontier" That single line greatly shows how truly unprepared we are for what it implies Thank you for a great video
@lbf5984
@lbf5984 Жыл бұрын
When you really think about it, how many missions have been sent off of our planet that the public doesn't know about. You know for damn sure if they told us about 2 Voyagers they probably sent 4... World governments have proven, especially over the last few years, that they lie over and over and over...
@blackpantherpanther5136
@blackpantherpanther5136 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Love the short film! Waiting for more adventurous episods!👌👍
@pauls5745
@pauls5745 Жыл бұрын
I'd enjoy to see events unfold in the next chapter! just enough intrigue to draw you in wanting more! good job from everyone involved. great casting, set and storytelling!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! The next chapter doesn't exist yet, but we'd love to get around to tell it! Feel free to explore the expanded story in the novella of the same name!
@James-nl6fu
@James-nl6fu Жыл бұрын
Brilliant,👏 my only comment is a little more patience ,stillness, and more confidence in your excellent camerawork. 👏 Bravo 👏 You're better than you think❤️Cameras are 👌 the best 🎬 actors.
@imsomeoneyouknow
@imsomeoneyouknow Жыл бұрын
I like the concept. Needs some work in terms of pace and narrative structure but the core of it is pretty interesting
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! In hindsight, we probably dedicated too much time to the meditative montage sequence. Lesson learned!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
@@ΘαλήςΧαϊδόπουλος-υ6ρ That's much appreciated!
@waynehall9939
@waynehall9939 Жыл бұрын
Interesting.Of course her psychological situation wouldn't allow her to be on the mission and it turns out she does need people. However great acting , props and special effects!
@johnwilliams22
@johnwilliams22 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic and beautiful
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@ericchild8845
@ericchild8845 Жыл бұрын
Weird, but good and very well produced, written, acted, filmed, illuminated and scored. Three thumbs up from me!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
"Weird" is fine with us as long as it was enjoyed. We aim to make projects that feel original and fresh!
@Lancer104
@Lancer104 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant!!!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
We appreciate you!!!
@pauldavey
@pauldavey Ай бұрын
One word from me "SUPERB"
@ujsmaster6309
@ujsmaster6309 Жыл бұрын
Thumbs up for her saying Zed and not Zee.
@michaelgray6429
@michaelgray6429 Жыл бұрын
Another good short sci-fi movie from DUST could've been a bit longer to show what the danger was.
@scottadler
@scottadler Жыл бұрын
Marvelous work, but like Solaris, I have no idea of what it is about, other than a spaceship from Earth is contaminated by something reminiscent of kelp. Help me understand!
@haalthonen6695
@haalthonen6695 Жыл бұрын
Bello! Ne voglio ancora! Love from Italy.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Grazie! If you want more, there is a novella telling the full story!
@BadYossa
@BadYossa Жыл бұрын
Probably one of the best shorts on Dust. Beautiful and so wonderfully put together. Absolutely epic. Kudos to all the team behind this. Love it. 11/10
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
It means so much to hear this. Thank you for watching and enjoying!
@RodrigoPalma700
@RodrigoPalma700 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MatthewBennell
@MatthewBennell Жыл бұрын
The movie was very well put together and filmed. I’m just wondering if I was supposed to give two hoots about the main character, because I didn’t. I’m not big into character’s emotional traumas and backstories unless that’s a big part of the story. Maybe hers will be a couple chapters down the road, but…I’d rather have spent more time on Zilly and its inhabitants.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Your perspective is shared by some other viewers I've spoken with. The truth is, the film is very much intended as a melancholic character study set against the backdrop of alien mysteries. The fully developed story (as currently found in the novella) gets into much more thrilling story territory later on, but I wanted to begin with the introspection that lies at the story's heart. A specific storytelling choice it was, that may not resonate with all viewers, but I appreciate you giving the film a watch!
@tarekwayne9193
@tarekwayne9193 Жыл бұрын
Her traumas etc are the very reason she is in space
@JensGraikowski
@JensGraikowski 9 ай бұрын
I've been delving into sci-fi short films on KZbin lately, ever since stumbling upon the first one in my stream. As a fervent fan of sci-fi literature and cinema, I'm constantly amazed by the ingenuity and creativity showcased through modern CGI nowadays. However, I find myself grappling with a perplexing dilemma. Despite my enthusiasm for the genre, I often struggle to grasp the narratives presented in these short films. Perhaps it's a matter of personal intellectual capacity, or maybe I've become too accustomed to the straightforward storytelling of mainstream Hollywood productions. While I appreciate these films for their technical achievements, I frequently find myself at a loss when it comes to understanding the storyline and resolution. Am I the only one facing this challenge? 🤔
@strangebiped
@strangebiped Жыл бұрын
Well made film, odd story,...Fungus eats the ship, the end.
@tonydabaloney
@tonydabaloney Жыл бұрын
Great job on graphics, scenery, plot and all else. If you can take some constructive criticism, I have just one. The main character came across as very aloof and didn't make me feel any sympathy for her. I have a hard time believing she was the best candidate for the job. Very nice acting ,if that was what you were going for. I would have expected a great deal of enthusiasm for the discoveries at a new planet, but she seemed very bored. She is very beautiful! My pet peeve for sci-fi is that no one has yet to come up with a creative way to explain gravity on spaceships. Not your fault.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the thoughtful comment! The character's aloofness was in fact a written quality, meant to represent who she was. Her internal struggles, as someone torn between antisocial behavior and loneliness, is meant as the driving force between many of her actions (as will hopefully become clearer if we are able to make the rest of the series at some point. The novella tells the full story.)
@kellyclarkartandguitar
@kellyclarkartandguitar Жыл бұрын
So so cool would love to see the next chapter 😊
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
And we can't wait to make the next chapter. Thank you for watching!
@jamesbarry1673
@jamesbarry1673 11 ай бұрын
The gods punish you by giving you what you want
@TheSwauzz
@TheSwauzz Жыл бұрын
Besides the fact that there's no way a mission like this would be 1 manned, pretty great short.
@lisanidog8178
@lisanidog8178 Жыл бұрын
This was fantastic! Good acting, easy to follow storyline, the ship sets were so realistic, and fantastic music score. Everything so professional. Well done!
@TheGreenNewSteal2025
@TheGreenNewSteal2025 Жыл бұрын
What a great set! The flashbacks were a bit (a lot) too much and I actually felt swindled to have suffered through them merely for a few vine tentacles through a peephole. The set was really cool though.
@Sonnell
@Sonnell Жыл бұрын
The execution was perfect, really, but I do not believe any space agency, or company would send only one person to such a mission. Also they would never send someone with such troubled mind. There is a reason why most if not all astronauts have family back home. Also, she is super agitated to go to space all her life, and about science, and when she is finally there, looks completely bored, sipping coffee and wishing to be somewhere else... this is not very realistic, and these things for me just killing the whole movie. It would have been more belivable if we would have shown that she lies to the space agency, and everyone, presenting herself as a perfect candidate... I get the longing to getting away, but exactly such people are filtered out from such missions. You need people there who can not think anything else than coming back, meaning, do their jobs perfectly.
@leonestello
@leonestello Жыл бұрын
Left me feeling wholly unsatisfied😧
@edyak6280
@edyak6280 Жыл бұрын
Left me wanting more! Congratulations to all involved for creating such an intriguing film.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!
@donkenmuir9504
@donkenmuir9504 Жыл бұрын
You have huge amount of talent very well done
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
@@donkenmuir9504 Much appreciated!
@davidvomlehn4495
@davidvomlehn4495 Жыл бұрын
Okay, y'all have a huge plot hole, which means you have a big opportunity if y'all do a chapter two. See, nobody is going to spend a bunch of bucks to send someone into space unless they are highly motivated to overcome all obstacles in the way of their return. From NASA's perspective this has meant emotional ties to friends and family. Those are missing here. The opportunity is to see why this fictional agency/company felt they had a good bet. This makes Zilly a very unusual character and a rich source of story.
@imfromcanaadaaeh3330
@imfromcanaadaaeh3330 Жыл бұрын
visually awesome ....5 stars of five... ill love to understand ..can anyone tell me what was the whole synopsis?
@zoranlevnajic2089
@zoranlevnajic2089 Жыл бұрын
Excellent work, all acknowledgements to the creators. If this was the Chapter 1, will there be a Chapter 2 and when?
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your acknowledgment! As of now, a Chapter 2 would depend on being given access to a larger budget to craft a full series. The story is all there and ready to go though, as told in the novella!
@nathangregory_
@nathangregory_ Жыл бұрын
I'm looking forward to the upcoming chapters.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
We hope to do more in the future! There IS a novella that tells more of the story.
@nathangregory_
@nathangregory_ Жыл бұрын
@@ReflectionFilmsLLC The novel written by John Broadhead? Yeah, I looked into it.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
@@nathangregory_ That's the one. Also the film's director/writer.
@nathangregory_
@nathangregory_ Жыл бұрын
@@ReflectionFilmsLLC I just hope you keep the series running. Looks like you have a good story to tell that people will enjoy. Carry on.
@retrochannel1763
@retrochannel1763 Жыл бұрын
Well done! It seems, sometimes a low budget force artists to bring more creativity in their projects, in opposite to recent blockbuster-cinema. Though, of course, i wish you to get more financial support in future for bigger movies. But, stay creative!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you! We agree with you, on all counts!
@lenseay7645
@lenseay7645 Жыл бұрын
Inspired!
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@LarryJackson-k8l
@LarryJackson-k8l Жыл бұрын
Absolutely phenomenal. Can't get closer to perfection. The flashbacks gave just the right amount of structure for the lead roll. Congratulations for a job well done. Ready for the next installment.🎉🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀
@talentfilmstudiousa4691
@talentfilmstudiousa4691 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations sir nice project
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
@jonpayne4931
@jonpayne4931 Жыл бұрын
"I don't get it." ~ Drew "I do." ~ Me
@badnavigatorproductions
@badnavigatorproductions Жыл бұрын
✨Congratulations on a job well done! Excellent work, and love the special effects! Thank you for sharing, looking forward to part 2! ✨🥀✨
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
We very much hope we get to make Part 2. Thanks for watching!!
@CM-pe1ot
@CM-pe1ot Жыл бұрын
Well done! I look forward to the next chapter.
@ronhanks4610
@ronhanks4610 Жыл бұрын
This was absolutely awesome, thank you and a job well done to all involved 👍👍
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@rogermann1784
@rogermann1784 Жыл бұрын
I loved it, very professional & so seductive....but I have to say I want the rest of the story!...please
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Why thank you! This is the first time I've heard the word "seductive" applied to this film, and it's my new favorite descriptor! I'm glad the project succeeded in its intended impact! If more story is what you want, I can't offer a Chapter Two (yet), but I can direct you to the novella of the same title that completes the story!
@charlesburdine8844
@charlesburdine8844 Жыл бұрын
Now I want to know what happens next. I'm sorry but I found the part where she didn't want her biography shared with anyone off putting. I don't think any organization would spend all that money on someone who presented that sort of personality. I get it, in the context of a tight budget. I'll just have to wait and see where it goes from here. The production values are worthy of a program on "How To......." all on their own. ☺
@overbuiltlimited
@overbuiltlimited Ай бұрын
The whole thing was off putting. I’m really not sure what these other people saw, but I saw a short about an unlikable, ungrateful, self centered woman who displayed sociopathic qualities. Highly depressing production and a waist of time. I definitely don’t want to know what happens next unless it is hearing her scream, “Forgive me!” As her ship augers into a mountain on a deserted planet.
@flyergowest
@flyergowest Жыл бұрын
Well done. Looking forward to part 2. Hope it’s soon.
@ReflectionFilmsLLC
@ReflectionFilmsLLC Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! We would love to continue the story as soon as we can!
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